The remainder of the team is from all over New England. Gassnola has sent 96 players to Division I college programs.

The Playaz roster ranges from ages 15-17 while the Russian team is composed of 19- and 20-year-olds.

They were brought to the United States as guests of Brooklyn Nets owner and Russia native Mikhail Prokhorov. The Nets are the parent team of the NBA Development League's Springfield Armor and the Russian team will tour the Armor facilities and visit the Hall of Fame during their stay.

Longmeadow's Joe Schneider will take the court for the New England Playaz Tuesday at the Basketball Hall of Fame. (File | The Republican)